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Raising a tween is hard—but so is being a tween

If you’re raising a tween, give yourself and your child a little grace.

5 rules for using essential oils safely during pregnancy

Your primer on how to use essential oils when expecting.

Viral gender reveal shows yet another dad throwing a fit over having a daughter

Is gender disappointment a thing? Yes, it is. But our kids and families don't deserve the brunt of it.

It’s Science: Climate change is a women’s health issue

Weather shifts and natural disasters hit women and children hardest. Here’s how to help

The Kardashians get called out for cutting lines at Disneyland and making other families wait

Woke up wanting to push the restart button? You’re not alone, mama

And it doesn’t make you any less of a mother. It just makes you human.

Take the trip: In praise of a vacation without your kids

Time away from your kids isn’t selfish and you shouldn’t feel guilty. You deserve it. You need it. 

One mama’s moving post about bounce-back culture: “We’re growing forward”

Slowly. And giving ourselves the patience and grace that we deserve along the way.

What should your baby wear today? Use this temperature guide to decide

Now all you need to do is check the forecast.

10 things I’ve learned as a mom to an autistic child

Being the mom of an autistic child isn't easy, but here's 10 things I've learned that have helped us navigate this journey a little easier. 

It’s OK to prioritize your baby’s nap schedule

It might be a holiday or special occasion, but you know what your baby needs.

5 ways to protect your baby’s microbiome after birth

The choices you make today can impact your baby’s health tomorrow.

Go under the sea with these 10 mermaid coloring pages

Give your little mermaid something to get creative with!

Motherhood can be lonely, but I want my child to understand the importance of community

Because the village that surrounds you matters. And the people around you are the ones who help to weave you together.

Two Kinder chocolate products have been recalled—here’s what you need to know

The Kinder Mix Chocolate Treats Basket and the Kinder Happy Moments Milk Chocolate and Crispy Wafers Assortment have been recalled.

How to boost your milk supply with one hand

11 enchanting unicorn coloring pages for kids

Let their imagination take the lead.

10 baby clothes sets for cute & coordinated looks

These 10 styles will make for cute and coordinated looks for your little.

Rihanna is 100% unapologetic about not wearing maternity clothes—and we’re SO here for it

"My body is doing incredible things right now, and I’m not going to be ashamed of that. This time should feel celebratory. Because why should you be hiding your pregnancy?”

Exactly what not to say to a pregnant woman

PSA: "Congratulations!" is always OK.